Leesburg Planning and Zoning Meeting August 19, 2026

The Leesburg Planning and Zoning Commission held a meeting on August 19, 2026, to discuss two related cases involving a proposed small scale comprehensive plan amendment and rezoning for a 2.62-acre property on Lucas Street. The applicant requested to change the future land use from low density residential to medium density residential and to rezone from R2 (medium density residential) to R3 (high density residential) to allow development of a 30-unit multifamily apartment complex. Staff recommended denial of both requests due to concerns about spot zoning, incompatibility with surrounding lower density uses, and the substandard condition of Lucas Street, which would require significant upgrades to support increased density. Public comments highlighted issues with street access, water pressure, and lack of sidewalks. The commission voted unanimously to deny both the comprehensive plan amendment and rezoning requests, encouraging the applicant to consider a lower density development that would be more compatible with the area and existing infrastructure. The cases will proceed to the city commission for further consideration in September.